Portage Public Schools tells employees to stay home Friday

PORTAGE, MI -- Students in Portage Public Schools already had a scheduled day-off Friday, but now the district is telling staff to stay home "due to weather conditions and safety concerns,' spokeswoman Sarah Baker said.

"All teachers are able to access grade books.from home through the internet remotely," her email said.

Also canceled are student activities scheduled for Friday. The status of Saturday events will be determined during the day on Friday, the email said.